2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
