1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 602 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Niva | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
