1979 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Marina | Niva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 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 |