2000 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | NSX | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
