1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1995 Lada Niva

To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200.

Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lada 1200 1995 Lada Niva
Make Lada Lada
Model 1200 Niva
Year Released 1974 1995
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1774 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 61 HP 78 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 42 L


 

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