2007 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Niva | Valiant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |