1997 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2001 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
Model | Niva | Terios |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |