1994 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 463 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.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
