2001 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
