1998 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Niva | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |