2001 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 240 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 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
