1988 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Niva | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 53 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
