1996 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 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 5 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500. 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 Zastava 1500. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Lada | Zastava |
Model | Niva | 1500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |