2001 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 30 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 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
