2009 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 385 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Sera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
