2006 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | 145 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
