2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ascari | Lada |
Model | KZ1 | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2210 mm |