1981 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva. 2001 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1981 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
