2003 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
