1986 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bitter | Lada |
| Model | SC | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
