2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Aveo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 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 | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
