1992 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |