1994 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 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 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2012 Smart ForTwo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2012 Smart ForTwo 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. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Niva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |