1997 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 1600. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Lada | Marcos |
| Model | Niva | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
