2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 448 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Equinox (285 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Equinox | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
