1995 Lada Niva vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 McLaren F1. 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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lada | McLaren |
| Model | Niva | F1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
