2008 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 750 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Lada | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Niva | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
