2005 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
