2005 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | X90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
