1996 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | 19 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
