2000 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. 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 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
