2009 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Lada 21

To start off, both 2009 Lada Niva and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Lada 21.

Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2009 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Niva 2009 Lada 21
Make Lada Lada
Model Niva 21
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1688 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 89 HP
Torque 128 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 43 L


 

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