2008 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
