1996 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 14 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | iQ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 32 L |