1987 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1990 Rover Metro (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | Metro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
