2006 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 211 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
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 | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1074 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 |