2004 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |