1988 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 803 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 2006 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |