1998 Lada Samara II vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Samara II | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | Samara II | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
