1993 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | S90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
