1969 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 166 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Capri | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
