2001 Acura RL vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | RL | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
