2009 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Gloria (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
