1990 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 446 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 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Omega |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
