2002 Lada 117 vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 513 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
