1990 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
