1985 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 21 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada Niva | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Niva | V50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |