1997 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. 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 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Primera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |