2008 Lada Niva vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1988 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |