1988 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | L |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
