2002 Lada 110 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Lada 110.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 110 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
