2006 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Marina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
