1998 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 13 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, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |