1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Avanti | Lada |
Model | Avanti | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |