2009 Honda Insight vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Insight | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
