2009 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
