2005 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Delta |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |