1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 198 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 2105 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
