1998 Lada Niva vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1225 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.
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, 2010 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lada | GMC |
| Model | Niva | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 129 L |
