2000 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |