1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Laguna | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
