1999 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | 21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 171 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 | 1210 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
