1996 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Lada 111
To start off, 2010 Lada 111 is newer by 14 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Lada 111.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lada 111. 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2010 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Niva | 111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
