2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | HR-V | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 42 L |