1997 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 1999 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1999 Honda Passport | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Passport |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |