2009 Lada Niva vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |