2001 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Land Rover Serie III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Land Rover Serie III would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Land Rover Serie III is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Land Rover Serie III weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1976 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | Niva | Serie III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
