1999 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Lada | Infiniti |
| Model | Niva | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
