1995 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 610 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 2004 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Quest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
