1995 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
