2008 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
