1982 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
