1988 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Thema. 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
