2001 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 442 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 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Lada | Infiniti |
| Model | Niva | IPL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
