1996 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 337 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |