1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Beretta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
