1990 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 11 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 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
