1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. 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 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Bitter | Lada |
Model | Diplomat | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |