1997 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 392 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
