2001 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 8 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 1996 Volvo S40. 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Lada | Volvo |
Model | Niva | S40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |