2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 325 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
