1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 78 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 208 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 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 | 1132 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
