1999 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 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 2010 Opel Corsa. 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |