1995 Lada Niva vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
