2003 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Laurel |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |