1983 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 51 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1201 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
