1980 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Antara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |