1994 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 32 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.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Niva | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |