2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1982 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Envoy | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
