1994 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 641 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.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2774 mm |
