2009 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 139 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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, 1972 Toyota Celica (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
