2001 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2080 mm |
