1994 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 11 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 360 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 2005 Infiniti I. 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Niva | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Lada | Infiniti |
Model | Niva | I |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |