1995 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |