2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lada |
| Model | Lacetti | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
