2008 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte 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 46 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. 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 1969 Suzuki Fronte. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | Niva | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
