1981 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 138 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Lada | Venturi |
| Model | Niva | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
