2005 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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 (179 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 130 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |