2003 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. 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 1995 Rover 600. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | 600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |