2008 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. 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 Toyota Crown. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
