1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 2104 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
