1998 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | NSX | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |