1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 493 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Kadett | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
