1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Express | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2210 mm |