1997 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 288 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda CR-V. 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2001 Honda CR-V 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. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |