1990 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 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 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | Niva | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
