1995 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 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), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 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 | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
