1998 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 360 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 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Lada Niva | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Malibu |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |