1985 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 625 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 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
