1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Jimmy | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 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 |
