1987 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Montego | Niva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
