2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 383 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.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | CR-V | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |