1988 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 152 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lada Niva 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Lada Seat
Model Niva Alhambra
Year Released 1988 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1568 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 70 L


 

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