2003 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
