1995 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 17 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 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |