1995 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1412 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 105 L |
