1984 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 646 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lada Niva | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Murano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
