1987 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 15 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 2002 Renault Avantime 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. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
