1994 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 18 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 920 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
