1993 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 638 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Thesis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |