2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | SSR | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
