1988 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
