1989 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Vauxhall Astra | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Lada |
Model | Astra | Niva |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |