1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 42 L |
