1982 Renault 11 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 11 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Renault | Lada |
Model | 11 | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |