1995 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 45 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.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 600. 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |