1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Ambassador | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
