1995 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1035 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Patrol |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |