1986 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
