1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alpine | Lada |
Model | V6 | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |