1984 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 50 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 1989 Opel Omega. 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, 1989 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Omega |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
