1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |