1982 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant GTC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Lada | Reliant |
| Model | Niva | GTC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 91 L |
