2006 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lada Niva

To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lada Niva 1988 Lada Niva
Make Lada Lada
Model Niva Niva
Year Released 2006 1988
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1690 cc 1905 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2070 RPM
Top Speed 137 km/hour 120 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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