1985 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 139 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada Niva | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sentra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |