1982 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
