1992 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 249 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 2002 Volvo S60. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | S60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
