1996 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
