1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alpine | Lada |
Model | V6 | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |