2005 Lada Niva vs. 2001 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 ZAZ Wagon 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 30 more horse power than 2001 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 ZAZ Wagon.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 ZAZ Wagon. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2001 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Lada | ZAZ |
| Model | Niva | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
