1983 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Siete |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
