2008 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. 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 2001 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
