1982 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 25 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | SX4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |