2001 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 70 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 2001 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2001 Daewoo Nubira (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Nubira | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Nubira | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
