1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 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 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Avanti | Lada |
Model | Avanti | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 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 |