1993 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 62 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
