1986 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 22 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Niva | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
