2008 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
