1987 Lada Niva vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Niva | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Lada | GMC |
Model | Niva | Canyon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |