1980 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada Niva | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Niva | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
