1995 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 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.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
