1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (152 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
