1988 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
