2006 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
