2006 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 740. 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, 1987 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
