1984 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lada Niva | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Niva | Esprit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |