1991 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 11 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 500 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 2002 Lancia Phedra. 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
