1998 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Renault Megane.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Megane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
