1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1988 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 Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Suburban | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2210 mm |