2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1427 kg more than 1983 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Canyon | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1452 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
