1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 58 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Beretta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1210 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
