1995 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 190 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 1999 Opel Vectra. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Vectra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |