1995 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
