2003 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
