1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 820 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lada |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2210 mm |
