1986 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
