2001 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 225 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 2008 Opel Astra. 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, 2008 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
