1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lancia | Lada |
Model | Thema | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |