1995 Toyota MRJ vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 287 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota MRJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota MRJ | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | MRJ | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
