1982 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 266 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |