2003 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
