1982 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 240 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 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
