2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | HR-V | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1190 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 | 45 L |
