1991 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
