1994 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 201 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Camaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
