1999 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
