1998 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Nubira |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |