1985 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 27 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1985 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lada | Infiniti |
| Model | Niva | EX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
