2005 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 698 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lada |
| Model | D-MAX | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2210 mm |
