1985 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 19 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 645 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Quest |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
