1992 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1992 Lada Niva and 1992 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 1992 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 77 L |
