2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |