1993 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |