1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Express | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1150 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 |
