1992 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Lada Niva | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
Make | Lada | Marcos |
Model | Niva | 1500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |