1985 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
