2003 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vector M12 weights approximately 420 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 2001 Vector M12. 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, 2001 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2001 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Lada | Vector |
| Model | Niva | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
