1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 608 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | V8 Vantage | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |