2008 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 289 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |