1983 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 232 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.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sentra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |