1997 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 18 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.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
