2003 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
