1998 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
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 |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |