1992 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1264 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |