2001 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. 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 2000 Opel Agila. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
