2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Suburban | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 42 L |
