2005 Honda Legend vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Legend | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
