1993 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
