1995 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2003 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
