1996 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 621 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
