2012 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lada Niva | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Model F |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
