1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
