1999 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 215 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 2008 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Niva | Octavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |