2005 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 22 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Niva | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |