1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 483 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
