1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 43 L |
