1994 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Niva | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
