1982 Lada 1200 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada 1200 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
