1981 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Lada 110
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 21 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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 2002 Lada 110. 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, 2002 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2002 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 110 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
