2006 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. 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 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
