2001 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia is newer by 8 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 185 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2473 mm |
