1988 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 505 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 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Thesis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |