1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 11 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |