1995 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Lada | Zastava |
| Model | Niva | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
