1991 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
