2003 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Serena (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Serena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
