1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Valiant | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
