1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Prelude | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |