1988 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 250 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 1998 Lancia Kappa. 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Kappa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |