2005 Lada Niva vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 28 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Lada | MCC |
| Model | Niva | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
