1995 Lada Niva vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Lada | NSU |
| Model | Niva | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |
