2006 Lada Niva vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 1987 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Santana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
