1982 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 23 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2005 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
