1981 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 143 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
