1997 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Civic |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 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 | 1212 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |