2005 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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 (152 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
