1983 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | Cresta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |