2008 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
