2006 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | MR-S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
