1984 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1554 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1984 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1984 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lada Niva | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Niva | Discovery |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |