2002 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 543 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
