2006 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 121 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |