1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1094 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1992 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 GMC Suburban | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Suburban | Niva |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |