2005 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva.
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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Niva | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |