1995 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia 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 19 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 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 (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Olympia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |