1988 Lada Niva vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 274 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sunny |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |