2009 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo V70. 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2000 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
