1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 110 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 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
