1983 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 27 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 179 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 2010 Saturn Vue. 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Lada | Saturn |
| Model | Niva | Vue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |
