1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 222 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 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |