2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
