2009 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1285 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |