1994 Eagle Summit vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Eagle Summit weights approximately 73 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1994 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Eagle | Lada |
| Model | Summit | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
