1987 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 837 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 2013 Nissan Quest. 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Quest |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
