1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 71 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Niva | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
