1987 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
