2001 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
