1996 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara 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 15 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. 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 1987 Lada Samara. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | Samara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
