2006 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Cedric (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 185 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 1988 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
