1985 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
