2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Sierra | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
