2005 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2980 mm |