1990 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 15 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 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 735 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 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
