2007 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
