1982 Lada Niva vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 13 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
