1995 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
