1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
