1990 Skoda L vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda L | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Skoda | Lada |
| Model | L | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
