2005 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 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.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |