1990 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Lada | Venturi |
| Model | Niva | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
