1980 Lada Niva vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 31 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 773 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.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2011 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Lada Niva | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Niva | Rodius |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |