2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 328 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 2008 Honda FR-V. 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | FR-V | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |