1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 571 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | 990 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
