1991 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 5 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Acura NSX. 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | NSX | Niva |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |