2000 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
