2001 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Volvo Hatric
To start off, both 2001 Lada Niva and 2001 Volvo Hatric were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,442 cc, 2001 Volvo Hatric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo Hatric (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo Hatric should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo Hatric weights approximately 241 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo Hatric (280 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo Hatric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2001 Volvo Hatric 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. 2001 Volvo Hatric will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2001 Volvo Hatric | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | Hatric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2442 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
