1976 Renault 12 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 379 kg more than 1976 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 12 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | 12 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
