1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Delta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
