1981 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 11 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 233 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 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
