1995 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Beetle |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |