1991 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Niva | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Parati |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |