2000 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Geely CK
To start off, 2012 Geely CK is newer by 12 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, 2012 Geely CK (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Geely CK should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Geely CK.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Geely CK. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2012 Geely CK | |
| Make | Lada | Geely |
| Model | Niva | CK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
