1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
