1984 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 628 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lada Niva | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Captiva |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |