2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 CR-V (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | CR-V | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |