1987 Lada Niva vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1964 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Floride |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
