2001 Lada Niva vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Lada | Packard |
| Model | Niva | 12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3440 mm |
