2000 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 116 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 1975 Renault 30. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 1975 Renault 30 | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | 30 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |