2001 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 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 2004 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
