2001 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 216. 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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 216 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
