2001 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Lada | Venturi |
| Model | Niva | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
