1994 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lada 111
To start off, 2005 Lada 111 is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 111 (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Lada 111.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lada 111. 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, 2005 Lada 111 (128 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2005 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 111 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
