1995 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Olympia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |