1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Avanti | Lada |
| Model | Avanti | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
