2006 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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 1983 Nissan Micra. 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Micra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |