1997 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 3 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. 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 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | Niva | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
