1995 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
