1988 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 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 10 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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 1968 Renault 6. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Niva | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |