2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Aveo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
