1972 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Fairlady | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Nissan | Lada |
| Model | Fairlady | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
