2006 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
