1969 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 30 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 244 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1999 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, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Capri | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 42 L |
