1998 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Samurai |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |