1995 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega 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 1994 Opel Omega. 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, 1994 Opel Omega (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
