1988 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 206 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
