2006 Lada Niva vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 103 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
