1982 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Insignia. 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |
