1995 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 980 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 1994 Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 100 L |
