1988 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Niva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 22 L |