1974 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Marina | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
