1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lada |
| Model | Guara | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
