1990 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1992 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Niva | 1992 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |