1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Jimmy | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
