1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 17 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 2012 Opel Insignia. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Insignia |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |