2008 Lada Niva vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |