1980 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 32 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 385 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2012 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
Model | Niva | Terios |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |