1996 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 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 9 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 196 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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 1980 Lada 2105. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
