1995 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
