2001 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
