2006 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
