1980 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 292 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Armada |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |