1991 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1994 Nissan Crew is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1994 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Crew |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
