2005 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Acura NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | NSX | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |