1996 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 866 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.
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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lada | Land Rover |
Model | Niva | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |