2008 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 20 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.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Primera. 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, 2001 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
