1998 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3080 mm |
