1988 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 19 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), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 397 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2007 Lexus LX 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. 2007 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Niva | LX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| 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 | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 96 L |
