1984 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 241 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Montego | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |