2000 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2003 Opel Astra (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
