1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |