1982 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 335 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 1994 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
