2009 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1994 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |