1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 3 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 45 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 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (177 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corsica | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
