1991 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 20 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | iQ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 32 L |
