1999 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1994 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |