1981 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 153 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1981 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Lada | Daewoo |
| Model | Niva | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
