1990 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
