1997 Lada Niva vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 52 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sunny |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |