1991 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Xedos 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1994 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Xedos |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
