1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
