1994 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Samurai |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |