1982 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 206 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 1975 Toyota Crown. 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
