1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 262 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lada | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 42 L |
