1985 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Presea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Presea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
