1998 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 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, 2001 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 2001 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
