1981 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 1990 Maserati 420 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati 420 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Niva | 420 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |