1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lancia Dedra (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Dedra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
