1983 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 72 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 Versa. 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Versa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
