2005 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 19. 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 115 L |
