1995 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
