1995 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
