2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 561 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Colorado | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |