1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1983 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bentley | Lada |
| Model | Azure | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |
