1985 Lada Niva vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 715 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Niva | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
