1983 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lada | Morgan |
Model | Niva | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |