1994 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Primera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |