1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 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.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
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 | 195 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |