1988 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 412 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.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
