1982 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 430 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Xterra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |