1990 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
