1986 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 18 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
