1993 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |