1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1700 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.
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 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2010 Hummer H3 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. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Lada | Hummer |
| Model | Niva | H3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
