2007 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 703 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |