1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Camaro | Niva |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |