2002 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 312 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
