1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Nova | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |