1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Niva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
