1995 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 6 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 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | RSC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
