1988 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 446 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
