2006 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1982 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
