1994 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 12 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 350 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 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Primera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |