2002 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Rover 45.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 45 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Rover | Lada |
Model | 45 | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |