2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Jazz | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
