1981 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 182 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Niva | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
