1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 308 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
