2001 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |