1985 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada Niva | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Niva | Discovery |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 93 L |