1997 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM002 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Lada | Lamborghini |
| Model | Niva | LM002 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 169 L |
