2002 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. Both 2002 Lada Niva and 2005 Lada 2123 are equipped with a 1,690 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 133 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Niva | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Niva | 2123 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |