2009 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
