1987 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Niva | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Laguna |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |