1988 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Niva | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
