1980 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 108 L |