2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 657 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Liberty | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
