2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Express | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
