1997 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 15 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 750 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 2012 Lancia Thema. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Thema |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |