2007 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |