2009 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 284 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Niva | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
