2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Vectra | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
