2001 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 374 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 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
