2007 Honda Element vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 710 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Element | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |