2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Corvette | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
