1996 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Lada Niva

To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.

Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 2010 Lada Niva
Make Honda Lada
Model Civic Niva
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2210 mm


 

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