1987 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
