2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1984 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1984 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Ridgeline | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |