2002 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 187 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1978 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Niva | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | 18 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |