2009 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2012 Volvo C70 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. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
