2000 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | Marbella |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |