1992 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Nissan | Lada |
Model | Laurel | Niva |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |