1997 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1894 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 578 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 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
