2009 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |