1998 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Vectra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |