1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 314 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Camaro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
