2008 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 382 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Accord | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1532 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
