1988 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Delta. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Delta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |