2009 Honda Element vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 334 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Element | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |