1995 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
