1995 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda Octavia 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) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Skoda Octavia. 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 1968 Skoda Octavia. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1968 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
