2005 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
