2009 Lada Niva vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
