1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Rekord | Niva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
