1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 948 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1981 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Suburban | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2210 mm |