1996 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |