1982 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 390 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 2006 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Quest |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |