1994 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Legend | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Legend | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |