2009 Lada Niva vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 78 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
