1995 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lada | Smart |
Model | Niva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 20.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 22 L |