1995 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 244 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
