1996 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |