1998 Renault Spider vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Spider | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Renault | Lada |
Model | Spider | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |