2008 Lada Niva vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
