1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2006 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Niva | S40 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |