2008 Lada Niva vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | 400 R |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 471 Nm |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |