1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Step Wagon | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |