1995 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 203 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Kadett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |