1986 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
