1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Camaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
