2009 Lada Niva vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 109 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 174 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 | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
