1992 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1992 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
