1996 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 820 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 2009 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Lada | Jeep |
Model | Niva | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |