1999 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 662 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Lada Niva 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Lada Lotec
Model Niva Testa de Oro
Year Released 1999 1995
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1690 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 137 km/hour 342 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1650 kg