1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Avanti | Lada |
Model | Avanti | Niva |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |