1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Nissan | Lada |
| Model | Cedric | Niva |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2210 mm |
