1995 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno 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, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. 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 (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
