1985 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Logan. 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Lada | Dacia |
| Model | Niva | Logan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
