1995 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 504 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 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2010 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Highlander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |