2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Optra | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
