1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Colorado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |