1982 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1558 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Niva | Freelander |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |