1996 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 1997 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 1220 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.
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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1997 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Niva | LX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
