1990 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
