1994 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 7 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Niva | Niva |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |