2004 GMC Safari vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 705 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Safari | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |