1983 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Hilux |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |