1997 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Niva | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
