1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Toyota | Lada |
| Model | Yaris | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
