1997 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 107 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 1993 Proton Persona has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Proton Persona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Lada | Proton |
| Model | Niva | Persona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
