1988 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Frontier |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |