1995 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Niva | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
