2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Suburban | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |