2005 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Lada | Zastava |
| Model | Niva | 102 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2160 mm |
