2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 343 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Corvette | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 43 L |