1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Prelude | Niva |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |