2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
| Model | YRV | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
