1990 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 247 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |