1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |