1995 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
