2005 GMC Savana vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1367 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1210 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 | 42 L |
