1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Delta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
