2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Aveo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1152 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 Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
