2000 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 25 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 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
