1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 167 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.
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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
