1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Argento Viva | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
