1998 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Kadett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |