1970 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Capri | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 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 | 83 L | 42 L |
