1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Lumina | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |