1982 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1984 Nissan Prairie is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
