2010 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Stanza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva. 1981 Nissan Stanza has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Niva | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
