2004 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Renault Espace.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1986 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1986 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
