2001 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
