1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Silverado | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
