2002 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 313 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
