1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | F355 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
