1985 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
