1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 118 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | AMC | Lada |
Model | Gremlin | Niva |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 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 | 1167 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |