2006 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Kadett. 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
