2008 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Niva | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |