1993 Rover 800 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Rover | Lada |
| Model | 800 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
