2005 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 1989 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lada | Acura |
| Model | Niva | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
