1998 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. 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 Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord 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 Rekord | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |