1981 Lada Niva vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | P5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |