1987 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. 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 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lada | Plymouth |
| Model | Niva | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
