1993 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 683 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Lada | Infiniti |
| Model | Niva | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
