1987 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1987 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 1999 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Lada | Lincoln |
| Model | Niva | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 85 L |
