1994 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Legend |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
