1983 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 624 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
