1995 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2000 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Xterra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |