2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 763 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Trans Sport | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
