1985 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
