2009 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
