1984 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Megane. 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, 2012 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2012 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
