1999 GMC Safari vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 805 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1991 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1991 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Safari | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
