1995 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 482 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 2008 Volvo C70. 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | C70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
