2003 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Niva | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
