1983 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 17 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. 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 2000 Ascari Ecosse. 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Lada | Ascari |
| Model | Niva | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1130 mm |
