1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 697 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Caterham 1700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Caterham | Lada |
| Model | 1700 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
