2009 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |