1994 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1407 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Niva | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |