2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Colorado | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |