1988 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 685 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | MM |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
