1995 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 7 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2002 Mahindra Scorpio (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2002 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Lada | Mahindra |
| Model | Niva | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
