1997 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 425 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 2010 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
