1986 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 1981 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | 127 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
