1981 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 20 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 272 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
