2005 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1996 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
