2009 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 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, 1987 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 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 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Accord | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 |