1994 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
