2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2123 | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
