1982 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lada Niva | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Niva | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |