1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Astro | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |