1998 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
