2001 Acura EL vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | EL | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |