1991 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |