2009 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Lada Niva

To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 21 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva.

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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Niva 1988 Lada Niva
Make Lada Lada
Model Niva Niva
Year Released 2009 1988
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1688 cc 1568 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1150 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 43 L


 

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