2007 Lada Niva vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2007 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Lada | GMC |
| Model | Niva | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
