1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 519 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1600 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 129 L |
