1996 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | Niva | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
