1992 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 14 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Niva | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Jimny |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |