1987 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta 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 1 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
