2000 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2002 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva 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 21 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Renault Twingo. 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 2002 Renault Twingo. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 2002 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Twingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |