1981 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
